Grants for Science Research

Last updated October 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 6,425 active grants for science research in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 420 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 3,612 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 6,425; from 2,026 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $3,500–$125K
Total listed funding: $749.0M; across 3,612 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 60; 641 with a published date

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HIP Graduate Student Abstract Achievement Award (Formerly known as Minority Graduate Student Abstract Achievement Award) Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The HIP Graduate Student Abstract Achievement Award, part of the Hematology Inclusion Pathway, supports doctoral students submitting abstracts for the ASH annual meeting. Recipients receive a $1,500 stipend and online journal subscriptions.	Not published	$2K
MRC Professional doctorate: clinical research training fellowship Grant Medical Research Council (MCR) · Foundation Not published · Varies The MRC/MND Association Lady Edith Wolfson Fellowships aim to support young clinicians in motor neurone disease research.	Not published	Varies
RDTSS The Stephen B. Harris Mid-Career Scientist Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies The RDTSS The Stephen B. Harris Mid-Career Scientist Award, sponsored by Inotiv, honors outstanding research and contributions in Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology by active members of the RDTSS.	Not published	Varies
CRA Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award The Computing Research Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
American Epilepsy Society: Junior Investigator Research Awards Grant American Epilepsy Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The American Epilepsy Society's Junior Investigator Research Awards support early-career researchers in epilepsy.	Not published	Up to $75K
NIBRS Animal Cruelty Data Research Award Grant Animal Welfare Institute · Foundation Not published · $5K The NIBRS Animal Cruelty Data Research Award offers two $5,000 stipends for master's and doctoral students to analyze data on animal cruelty, a distinct crime category recognized by the FBI since 2014.	Not published	$5K
PCF-VA Awards (Veterans Affairs Partnership) Prostate Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Partnership awards supporting prostate cancer research with veterans and within the VA healthcare system.	Not published	Varies
Postdoctoral Career Development Awards Grant American Society for Mass Spectrometry · Foundation Not published · $5K The ASMS Postdoctoral Career Development Awards provide five $5,000 grants annually to support the professional growth of postdoctoral fellows in mass spectrometry.	Not published	$5K
SFS Endowment Awards Grant Society for Freshwater Science · Foundation Not published · $1K The SFS Endowment Awards aim to support student research and recognize excellence among student members of the Society for Freshwater Science.	Not published	$1K
ASHG Mentorship Award Grant American Society of Human Genetics · Foundation Not published · $10K The ASHG Mentorship Award recognizes outstanding mentors within the American Society of Human Genetics, honoring those who have shown a dedicated commitment to guiding graduate students, postdocs, and fellows.	Not published	$10K
Paffenbarger-Blair Fund for Epidemiological Research on Physical Activity: Early Career Research Grant American College of Sports Medicine Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $10K The Paffenbarger-Blair Fund for Epidemiological Research on Physical Activity supports early-career researchers in the field of physical activity epidemiology.	Not published	$10K
Gerda Henkel Foundation: Funding Programme Democracy: Democracy as Utopia, Experience and Threat Grant Gerda Henkel Foundation · Foundation Not published · $69K – $134K The Gerda Henkel Foundation supports research in the humanities and social sciences, particularly regarding democracy's evolving nature.	Not published	$69K – $134K
Open Ocean Research Grant Program Global Fishing Watch Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Open Ocean Research Grant Program, funded by Global Fishing Watch Inc, aims to enhance ocean governance through data sharing on human activity at sea.	Not published	Up to $20K
Carol June Bradley Award for Historical Research in Music Librarianship Grant The Music Library Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The Carol June Bradley Award for Historical Research in Music Librarianship, established by the Music Library Association in 2003, honors Dr. Bradley's legacy by funding research into the history of music libraries and librarianship.	Not published	Up to $500
Enhancement of Animal Welfare Award Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 1961, the Society of Toxicology (SOT) is a professional and scholarly organization of scientists from academic institutions, government, and industry representing the great variety of scientists who practice toxicology in the US…	Not published	Varies
Expanding Leadership, Evidence, and Value Across Treatment Environments in Infectious Diseases (ELEVATE-ID) Research Grant Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Bernard B. Brodie Award in Drug Metabolism and Disposition Grant American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $2K The Bernard B. Brodie Award in Drug Metabolism and Disposition honors significant contributions in drug metabolism, recognizing outstanding research that impacts future studies.	Not published	$2K
Veterans Memorial Scholarship Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
H. G. Barsumian, M.D. Memorial Fund Grant H G Barsumian MD Memorial Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K The H. G. Barsumian, M.D. Memorial Fund Grant supports organizations engaged in medical research, primarily benefiting the Lancaster, Pennsylvania community.	Not published	$25K
Grants Program for Penn Investigators - Early career awards for Fellows, Postdocs and Instructors Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Research grant applications in basic science, prevention, disease interception, and early detection that are relevant to the study of BRCA1/2 will be considered.	Not published	Up to $100K
Innovation Seed Fund Grant RNID (The Royal National Institute for Deaf People) · Foundation Not published · Up to £10,000 The Innovation Seed Fund Grant aims to stimulate innovative research focused on hearing loss, tinnitus, and related conditions. By supporting novel ideas, the fund enhances competitiveness for follow-on funding.	Not published	Up to £10,000
ASH-Roland B. Scott Award Grant American Society of Hematology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The ASH-Roland B. Scott Award, presented by the American Society of Hematology, honors outstanding research on Sickle Cell Disease by a resident.	Not published	Up to $20K
Program Advancing Research for Equity: Undergraduate Students Grant American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Program Advancing Research for Equity supports Latino undergraduate and medical students through summer research opportunities in sleep health and circadian science.	Not published	$3K
Aimlee Laderman Student Grant Society for Ecological Restoration · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Aimlee Laderman Student Grant, offered by the Society for Ecological Restoration, supports emerging professionals in ecological restoration research.	Not published	Up to $2K

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About grants for science research

Grants for science research fund basic and applied research, fellowships, and education across the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are the largest federal funders, while private funders include the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement. These awards support universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and individual scientists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for science research award?

Of the 6,425 grants for science research Grantable lists as of October 10, 2026, 3,612 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $3,500 and $125K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for science research?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (516), Society of Toxicology (102), U.S. National Science Foundation (87), American Physical Society (78), and American Chemical Society (77). In all, 2,026 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for science research due?

Of 6,425 grants listed, 60 accept applications on a rolling basis, 641 have a published upcoming deadline, 923 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 4,801 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 43% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for science research?

Science research grants fund basic and applied research, graduate fellowships, instrumentation, and STEM education. NSF offers hundreds of opportunities — including grants, cooperative agreements, and fellowships — across science and engineering, and NIH funds biomedical and health research. Private funders like the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation support targeted research programs and early-career fellowships.

Who funds scientific research in the U.S.?

The largest funders are federal agencies — the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health — which together provide a major share of academic research support. Private foundations such as the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and Research Corporation for Science Advancement fund additional research and fellowships, and many fields have discipline-specific societies and corporate sponsors. The right source depends on your field and whether you need research, equipment, or fellowship funding.

Are there grants for early-career scientists and students?

Yes. NSF runs the Graduate Research Fellowship Program for students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees, and the Sloan Research Fellowships support early-career scientists. Many agencies and societies reserve funding tracks for postdocs, new investigators, and underrepresented researchers. Eligibility usually depends on career stage and institutional affiliation, so check each program's requirements before applying.

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